Tag: Pride

Take a Stand: Three Steps to Combat Bullying and Harassment

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Just a thought about those people who say or do things to undermine, bully or discriminate against others.

As this is #pride season the discrimination could be linked to prejudice against #lgbtq people. Equally the trigger could be #race or #gender or the space where these and other issues intersect.

Whatever the reason, having a negative opinion about someone doesn’t give anyone the right to harass them in the classroom, make the day miserable at work, or stir things up in social spaces.

If you can, use the rule of three to take control.

Collect evidence

Find #allies

Take action to stand up for yourself and your #wellbeing  

You’ll be glad you did!

Boost Your Well-Being with Essential Self-Care Tips

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Here’s a YouTube Short related to the importance of #selfcare during #carersweek It is part of the wider conversation about #mensmentalhealth awareness too.

Making time for self-care involves putting our needs first, so we are better able to support the people around us. Self-care itself involves:

Being mindful and checking in with ourselves to learn how we are feeling

Sleeping enough, so we regularly get our seven hours of rest

Eating well, to make sure our meals provide the nutrition we need

Getting exercise by finding opportunities to work our bodies, so our heart beats a little faster

What does your self-care strategy look like?

Feel free to leave a Like if this has been a timely reminder.

Embrace Life Changes in Your 40s and Beyond

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As we reach our 40s, 50s or 60s our life changes.

We know what a good diet looks like and yet we carry a little extra weight.

We worry about the people around us when we should get restful sleep.

We look back at our mistakes when we could look forward to new successes.

We should never forget there is always time for a new adventure!

Feel free to leave a Like if this reminder is timely.